postdoctoral position

Postdoctoral Position
A two-year postdoctoral position (starting January 1st) is available in the
laboratory of Developmental Genetics in the University of Valencia (Spain) to:
* Develop a model for Myotonic Dystrophy in Drosophila1.
* Characterize novel genes involved in embryonic myogenesis in Drosophila2
We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with experience in Genetics and
Molecular Biology. Interested individuals should send CV and the names and
addresses (including email) of two references to: Ruben Artero
(ruben.artero at uv.es). We offer a salary commensurate with experience and a
competitive academic environment. Further details about the projects are
available upon request.
1. Project funded by the Muscular Dystrophy Association (USA).
2. Relevant paper: Ruben D. Artero, I. Castañon and Mary Baylies (2001).
The immunoglobulin like protein Hibris functions as a dose-dependent
regulator of myoblast fusion and is differentially controlled by Ras and
Notch signaling. Development 128: 4251-64.
Ruben D. Artero, PhD
Lab. of Developmental Genetics
Dept. of Genetics. Valencia University
46100 Burjasot (Valencia)
Spain
tel. +34 963983179 (office)
+34 963864379 (lab)
fax: +34 963983029